Author Question: The nurse educator is discussing the use of the continuous passive motion mechanical (CPM) device ... (Read 123 times)

Anajune7 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse educator is discussing the use of the continuous passive motion mechanical (CPM) device for hospitalized clients. Based on recent evidence, which clients may benefit from the use of CPM during hospitalization or the rehabilitation process?

Select all that apply.
1. Adult clients recovering from joint surgery
2. Older adult clients recovering after a stroke
3. Newborn clients receiving phototherapy
4. Adolescent clients receiving pharmacotherapy for acne
5. Clients in labor prior to delivery

Question 2

The nurse assesses the client after being on the CPM for 2 hours. When documenting in the medical record for this client, which item does the nurse exclude from the documentation?

1. Degree of flexion and extension
2. Analgesia administered prior to starting the CPM
3. Speed
4. Duration of therapy and client tolerance

mcarey591 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1,2

CPM continues to be used for joint surgeries and is also being evaluated in other populations such as clients who have had cerebrovascular accident (stroke) and clients who are immobilized and critically ill. The CPM device is not useful for newborn clients receiving phototherapy, adolescent clients receiving pharmacotherapy for acne, or clients in labor prior to delivery.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2

Medication administration should be documented as soon as it is given, not 2 hours later, as this could result in a medication error. All of the other data should be documented.